Shlohmo

My last post mentioned this young, LA talent. Since then, Shlohmo's debut album, Bad Vibes has dropped. If by bad, Shlohmo means incredibly good, then I wholeheartedly agree with the naming. Shlohmo, aka Henry Laufer is a member of the WEDIDIT Collective, a group of LA, (hipsters, most likely) "...dudes and guys...who make shit and want to give you the shit we make". Laufer is the Collective's biggest name and is part of LA's rapidly developing beat scene, like those on the widely successful Brainfeeder Records. WEDIDIT also has strong ties to the New York scene as well, so Shlohmo seems to be in the perfect position for a quick ascension to fame.

Critics have been raving about Bad Vibes so far and rightfully so. The interplay between the muted beats, ethereal voices, and ambient qualities draw you in and keep you interested. It definitely offers the kind of sounds you would want to chill out to.

These first two tracks are off of Bad Vibes, and give you a sense of the album as a whole.

Just Us - Shlohmo

Shlohmo Just Us

It Was Whatever - Shlohmo

Shlohmo It Was Whatever

Just because Laufer's tracks are on the chill side, doesn't mean he can't change it up and turn rap songs into lo-fi, noisey goodness.
Marvin's Room (Shlohmo Remix) - Drake

Drake Marvin's Room (Shlohmo's Thru Tha Floor Remix)

I love Baths and I love Shlohmo, put them together and it's pure, experimental magic.
Post Atmosphere (Baths Remix) - Shlohmo

Shlohmo Post Atmosphere (Baths Remix)

You can catch Shlohmo live in New York City on September 17th.

Cheers!


~MAR

Greatest Hits: Experimental

This post is a little out there, hence the experimental tag. This is another installation of my greatest hits, showcasing several great tunes to unwind and expand the definition of electronic music while expanding your mind. If you're looking for big EDM hits, you won't find any here. This post is about the weird, the unrecognizable, and the music that doesn't quite fit into any one genre. It will catch your attention because you have never heard anything like it before, combining hip-hop elements with electronica, glitch with soul music, or even ambient with indie folk. Some of these artists have even defined their own unique genre, such as Nosaj Thing. Here we goo!

Going with a classic with Aphex Twin and a newer release.


I love Active Child. I admit it takes some warming up to, as it sounds like haunting church music at some points. However, you have to give the guy credit for making a harp sound right at home in an electronic tune. This is off of his forthcoming debut album, You Are All I See (coming out next month). Grab his Curtis Lane EP from 2010, simply amazing.


Baths Baths Baths! I have to thank my university for booking and introducing his wonderful ambient/experimental music to me.


I think this song speaks for itself, James Blake is a musical genius.


The one and only.


This a remix by Burial, a great one. Check out his other stuff, great 2-step music, and at times so overflowing with emotion (See UK or In McDonald's).


These last two artists are definitely more recognized for their indie and folk leanings, but these two tracks are electronic experimental heaven.

Sufjan Stevens is a lyrical and folk genius (could I use that word one more time?), but with his last album, The Age of Adz he drifted towards a more electronic perspective. This is an example, give it a chance and listen to it in full.


My favorite song from The Album Leaf, it just sounds right, love all the glitches and tweeks.


Hope you enjoy! Although, I have to say these might be even better in an altered state, just sayin'.

UPDATE: Oh dear god, I forgot to the mighty Flying Lotus on here. Don't know how I did it, but I did. I guess if you've heard of any of the above though, you probably already love Flying Lotus, if not, go here and educate yoself.

Cheers!


~MAR